Carragher added: “I just think he would still be seen as the lad who came through at Old Trafford, whereas, if he goes somewhere for £15m to £20m, he’s the big signing.

“Phil Jones, Chris Smalling would know him as the kid from the youth team. He should go somewhere as the man, the centre-back, who’s going to play every week. Would he do that for United? I’m not sure.